Question 1:
When approaching a construction site, drivers should:
A
accelerate to get out of the way quickly.
B
slow down and adjust their driving manner.
C
honk their horn to alert construction workers of their presence.
The correct driving rule is: slow down and adjust their driving manner. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 2:
When you make a left turn from a one-way road into a two-way road, you must:
A
enter the two-way road to the left of its center line.
B
make a U-turn into the two-way road.
C
enter the two-way road to the right of its center line.
The correct driving rule is: enter the two-way road to the right of its center line. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 3:
When approaching an intersection with a traffic control signal that is not working, drivers should:
A
stop as you would if there were stop signs in all directions, yield the right-of-way, then enter the intersection.
B
speed up and proceed through the intersection.
C
try not to stop if the intersection is clear.
According to standard right-of-way regulations: stop as you would if there were stop signs in all directions, yield the right-of-way, then enter the intersection. Yielding appropriately prevents intersection collisions and maintains safe traffic flow.
Question 4:
Where must you position your vehicle when you prepare to make a left turn from a two-way roadway into a one-way roadway?
A
As far to the right as possible.
B
On the right curb.
C
As close as possible to the center line.
The correct driving rule is: As close as possible to the center line. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 5:
A 4-way stop sign means:
A
The first vehicle to reach the intersection should move forward first.
B
Traffic from all four directions must stop.
C
There are four stop signs at the intersection.
D
All of the above.
This sign alerts drivers to several mandatory requirements: The first vehicle to reach the intersection should move forward first, Traffic from all four directions must stop, There are four stop signs at the intersection. Obeying all posted traffic control instructions is required by law.
Question 6:
You reach an intersection that is not controlled at the same time as a driver on your right, and both of you prepare to go straight. Who has the right-of-way?
A
You.
B
No one.
C
The other driver.
According to standard right-of-way regulations: The other driver. Yielding appropriately prevents intersection collisions and maintains safe traffic flow.
Question 7:
This sign warns ____________ ahead.
A
of two-way traffic
B
of a reduction of lanes
C
that a divided highway ends
This traffic sign indicates: of two-way traffic. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 8:
If the entrance lane is too short to allow acceleration to expressway speed, you should:
A
stop and wait for a large space in traffic.
B
enter the expressway and accelerate quickly.
C
reduce your speed to 15 MPH or less and blend with traffic.
For safe speed and stopping control: stop and wait for a large space in traffic. Adjusting speed to match visibility and road traction prevents loss of steering grip.
Question 9:
These are:
A
route signs.
B
miles-left signs.
C
speed limit signs.
The correct driving rule is: route signs. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 10:
A yellow arrow means:
A
Do not go in the direction of the arrow.
B
If you intend to turn in the direction of the arrow, be prepared to stop.
C
The same as a steady yellow light.
The correct driving rule is: If you intend to turn in the direction of the arrow, be prepared to stop. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 11:
This sign warns drivers of:
A
a reduction of lanes.
B
a dip in the road. Drivers should be ready to stop if the dip is filled with water.
C
a bridge ahead, wide enough to accommodate two lanes of traffic, but with very little clearance.
This traffic sign indicates: a bridge ahead, wide enough to accommodate two lanes of traffic, but with very little clearance. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 12:
A four-way stop sign means:
A
traffic from all four directions must stop.
B
if two vehicles reach the intersection at the same time, the driver on the left yields to the driver on the right.
C
All of the above.
This sign alerts drivers to several mandatory requirements: traffic from all four directions must stop, if two vehicles reach the intersection at the same time, the driver on the left yields to the driver on the right. Obeying all posted traffic control instructions is required by law.
Question 13:
When approaching a railroad crossing that has no warning signals (such as electric flashing lights or gates) a driver should look, listen and slow down.
A
False
B
True
The correct driving rule is: True. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 14:
This sign means:
A
You can only park between 8:30 AM and 5:30 PM.
B
Parking is not allowed at 8:30 AM and at 5:30 PM
C
No parking between 8:30 AM and 5:30 PM.
This traffic sign indicates: No parking between 8:30 AM and 5:30 PM. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 15:
If your gas pedal is stuck, you should:
A
hook your shoe under the pedal and see if you can free it. If not, shift into neutral and use the brake to slow your vehicle and get off the road.
B
ease your foot off the gas pedal and brake gently.
C
turn off the ignition if your vehicle has power steering.
The correct driving rule is: hook your shoe under the pedal and see if you can free it. If not, shift into neutral and use the brake to slow your vehicle and get off the road. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 16:
This sign warns drivers that:
A
the highway ahead is divided into two one-way roadways. Drivers should keep to the right.
B
there is a winding road ahead.
C
there is a double curve ahead.
This traffic sign indicates: there is a double curve ahead. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 17:
This road sign means:
A
Divided highway ahead
B
Two-way traffic ahead
C
Four-lane traffic ahead
This traffic sign indicates: Two-way traffic ahead. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 18:
Blind spots are:
A
Dangerous intersection where the maximum speed limit is 15 MPH or less.
B
At night, the darkest areas of a road, where emergency flashers should be used.
C
Areas to the side or rear of a vehicle that the driver cannot see with use of mirrors.
The correct driving rule is: Areas to the side or rear of a vehicle that the driver cannot see with use of mirrors. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 19:
What does a yellow arrow signal mean?
A
The same as the yellow light, but applies only to movement in the direction of the arrow.
B
The same as a green light.
C
Vehicles moving in all directions must stop if they can. The light will soon be red.
State laws require signaling your intention: The same as the yellow light, but applies only to movement in the direction of the arrow. Signal at least 100 feet before making a turn or changing lanes.
Question 20:
The sign in the picture:
A
shows the highest speed drivers can travel at the exit of the intersection.
B
is used to advise motorists of the appropriate ramp speed at the highway exit point.
C
indicates the minimum ramp speed at the highway exit point.
The correct driving rule is: is used to advise motorists of the appropriate ramp speed at the highway exit point. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 21:
What is the most important rule to remember in any emergency?
A
Do not panic.
B
Run away.
C
Call the police.
The correct driving rule is: Do not panic. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 22:
If another vehicle passes you on the left, you must:
A
increase your speed slightly and keep to the right.
B
decrease your speed, then pull over to the right and stop.
C
decrease your speed slightly and keep to the right.
The correct driving rule is: decrease your speed slightly and keep to the right. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 23:
This sign means:
A
A road crosses the main highway ahead.
B
The divided highway on which drivers are traveling ends ahead.
C
Drivers are coming to a point where another traffic lane joins the one they are on.
This traffic sign indicates: drivers are coming to a point where another traffic lane joins the one they are on. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 24:
Speed limit signs are:
A
service signs
B
regulation signs (regulatory signs)
C
warning signs
For safe speed and stopping control: regulation signs (regulatory signs). Adjusting speed to match visibility and road traction prevents loss of steering grip.
Question 25:
What is the first thing to do when you make a three-point turn?
A
Signal with your left turn signal, then check carefully for traffic coming toward you.
B
Signal with your right turn signal, then pull over to the right and stop.
C
Turn left, go across the road so you come to a stop while you face the edge of the road.
The correct driving rule is: signal with your right turn signal, then pull over to the right and stop. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 26:
This sign tells drivers that:
A
left and right turns are not allowed.
B
a divided highway is ahead.
C
they cannot go straight ahead.
This traffic sign indicates: they cannot go straight ahead. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 27:
_________________ your mirrors when you prepare to change lanes.
A
Never depend on
B
Never use
C
Always rely on
The correct driving rule is: Never depend on. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 28:
Vertical rectangles tell drivers:
A
the law.
B
what is not allowed.
C
the direction they should travel.
The correct driving rule is: the law. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 29:
You want to turn left at an intersection ahead. A car reaches the intersection from the opposite direction and moves straight ahead. You:
A
can turn left. You have the right of way.
B
must wait for the car to go through before you turn.
C
may not enter the intersection to prepare for your left turn if the light is green.
According to standard right-of-way regulations: must wait for the car to go through before you turn. Yielding appropriately prevents intersection collisions and maintains safe traffic flow.
Question 30:
When drivers come to this sign, they must:
A
be ready to stop at the stop sign.
B
warn other drivers that a stop sign is ahead.
C
brake sharply and come to a complete stop.
This traffic sign indicates: be ready to stop at the stop sign. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 31:
The sign in the picture:
A
is a Construction and Maintenance Traffic Control sign.
B
is found at most intersections and indicates that drivers must yield to other vehicles.
C
is displayed on the rear of slow moving vehicles.
The correct driving rule is: is displayed on the rear of slow moving vehicles. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 32:
You are stopped at a stop sign and you are going to go straight through the intersection. A car on the cross road has stopped at a stop sign on your right and is going to go straight. Who has the right-of-way?
A
Whoever enters the intersection first.
B
You.
C
The car on your right.
According to standard right-of-way regulations: The car on your right. Yielding appropriately prevents intersection collisions and maintains safe traffic flow.
Question 33:
A driver who approaches an intersection:
A
must yield the right-of-way to traffic already in the intersection.
B
must drive straight through the intersection, even if another vehicle is already in the intersection.
C
has the right-of-way over traffic already in the intersection.
According to standard right-of-way regulations: must yield the right-of-way to traffic already in the intersection. Yielding appropriately prevents intersection collisions and maintains safe traffic flow.
Question 34:
The yield sign means:
A
Drive with caution in wet weather.
B
You must come to a complete stop.
C
Slow down and give vehicles crossing your path the right-of-way.
A triangular Yield sign requires drivers to slow down and give right-of-way to other traffic: slow down and give vehicles crossing your path the right-of-way. Proceed only when there is a safe opening.
Question 35:
Traffic lights are normally ____________ from the top to bottom or left to right.
A
red, green and yellow
B
green, yellow and red
C
red, yellow and green
The correct driving rule is: red, yellow and green. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 36:
Drivers should check their rearview mirrors:
A
often to see how traffic is moving behind them.
B
only when slowing down.
C
to see if a truck is in their blind spot.
The correct driving rule is: often to see how traffic is moving behind them. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 37:
This sign warns drivers of:
A
low clearance.
B
a narrow bridge ahead.
C
a low place in the road.
This traffic sign indicates: a narrow bridge ahead. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 38:
A flashing red light means:
A
The same as a STOP sign.
B
The light will soon change to steady red.
C
Drive with caution.
When an emergency vehicle approaches with flashing lights or sirens, you must safely pull over to the right curb and stop completely until it passes.
Question 39:
When they see this sign, drivers:
A
should be prepared to make sharp turns at a high speed.
B
need to be prepared to turn right and then left quickly.
C
should not speed up or brake quickly.
This traffic sign indicates: should not speed up or brake quickly. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 40:
Headlights must be turned on from sunset to sunrise.
A
False
B
True
The correct driving rule is: True. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 41:
The octagonal shape is used:
A
for stop signs and railroad advance warning signs.
B
exclusively for stop signs.
C
to warn drivers of existing or possible hazards on roadways.
An octagonal Stop sign requires a full and complete stop before the stop line or crosswalk: exclusively for stop signs. Proceed only after yielding to all cross traffic and pedestrians.
Question 42:
This road sign means:
A
Warning, crossroad ahead
B
All traffic must turn
C
Yield sign ahead
This traffic sign indicates: Warning, crossroad ahead. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 43:
This road sign means:
A
Winding road
B
Side road ahead
C
Slippery when wet
This traffic sign indicates: Slippery when wet. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 44:
This sign warns drivers that:
A
they cannot go straight ahead.
B
they will soon be facing oncoming traffic.
C
a shared lane starts ahead.
This traffic sign indicates: they will soon be facing oncoming traffic. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 45:
A driver cuts off another vehicle, or threatens another motorist or a pedestrian. These are examples of:
A
excessive driving
B
road rage
C
defensive driving
Drivers must always yield the right-of-way to pedestrians crossing at intersections and crosswalks: road rage. Stop and allow them to clear the lane safely.
Question 46:
Double solid lines on the roadway mean:
A
you cannot pass.
B
you can not go across the lines except to turn left to enter or leave the highway.
C
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: you cannot pass; you can not go across the lines except to turn left to enter or leave the highway. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 47:
In case of skidding, drivers should NOT:
A
take their foot off the gas pedal.
B
pump the brakes gently if they are about to hit something.
C
tap the gas pedal with their foot.
The correct driving rule is: tap the gas pedal with their foot. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 48:
If a driver follows you too closely, you should:
A
move to another lane if possible.
B
activate your stop lights.
C
brake suddenly.
The correct driving rule is: move to another lane if possible. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 49:
This road sign means:
A
No left turn
B
No right turn
C
No U-turns
This traffic sign indicates: No right turn. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 50:
When parking on a public road, drivers should:
A
move as far away from traffic as possible.
B
always park on the left side of the roadway.
C
All of the above.
Under standard parking and curb regulations: move as far away from traffic as possible. Following parking distance clearances keeps roadways unobstructed and emergency lanes accessible.